A nurse plans care for a client who is experiencing dyspnea and must stop multiple times when climbing a flight of stairs.Which intervention should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?

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A client with dyspnea and difficulty completing activities such as climbing a flight of stairs has class III dyspnea.The nurse should provide assistance with activities of daily living.These clients should be encouraged to participate in activities as tolerated.They should not be on complete bedrest,may not be able to tolerate daily physical therapy,and only need oxygen if hypoxia is present.

A Nurse Plans Care for a Client Who Is Experiencing